AffrightWordNet Explorer
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noun
an overwhelming feeling of fear and anxiety
noun
an emotion experienced in anticipation of some specific pain or danger (usually accompanied by a desire to flee or fight)
noun
a panic or extreme discomposure
verb
cause fear in
verb
be afraid or scared of; be frightened of
verb
stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of
verb
frighten someone by pretending to be stronger than one really is
verb
inspire awe in